Flowchart: Document: Akhal Teke Desert horse. From Turkmen, Turkmenistan. Renowned as cavalry mounts & racehorses. Today used in show jumping, dressage & long-distance riding. Among the most elegant of the world's horses. Has superb natural gaits. Being native to an arid, barren environment, are known for their endurance over long distances in sever climates. Has a reputation of great stamina & courage. Diet low in bulk but high in protein. Long head similar to the Arab's, expressive eyes. Relatively long ears & neck. Short silky mane, or none at all, & short tail. Narrow chest, long back, and flat ribs.  Long & slender legs. Averages 15-15.1 hands in height. Often dun in color, although it can be bay, chestnut & gray often with metallic sheen to the coat, giving it a striking appearance.